Lyonetia clerkella
Apple Leaf Miner
Apple Leaf Miner
Lyonetia clerkella
Apple Leaf Miner
21.001 BF263
Wingspan 7-9 mm.
This tiny (~8mm wingspan) species is common throughout Britain, and attacks a variety of fruit trees, including apple (Malus), the larvae forming narrow, winding 'leaf mines'.
The species has two or more broods, with the later ones overwintering and reappearing in the spring.
The adults fly at night and are attracted to light.
This tiny (~8mm wingspan) species is common throughout Britain, and attacks a variety of fruit trees, including apple (Malus), the larvae forming narrow, winding 'leaf mines'.
The species has two or more broods, with the later ones overwintering and reappearing in the spring.
The adults fly at night and are attracted to light.
Flight period
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| January | 18 |
| February | 3 |
| March | 30 |
| April | 16 |
| May | 79 |
| June | 932 |
| July | 1,307 |
| August | 1,605 |
| September | 1,143 |
| October | 1,233 |
| November | 323 |
| December | 11 |
